SwitchUp's fourth annual rankings cover the 50 best coding bootcamps worldwide. We amassed thousands of alumni reviews and data points this past year to bring you our most comprehensive list to date. This list highlights price range, location, job outcomes, and several other criteria to help you find the perfect school.
SwitchUp has been a trusted bootcamp resource since 2014, and we know that alumni reviews are crucial to a student’s decision. That's why ours is the only rankings list based primarily on review scores from verified alumni. Please see our ranking methodology to learn more about the creation of this list. To continue your research, see our top schools by location or check out our expert advice on making the most of your code bootcamp.
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1. Le Wagon
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Le Wagon is an intensive, full-time international bootcamp geared toward entrepreneurs who want to gain coding skills. Participants complete 450 hours of coding in 9 weeks, which includes building their own web app. After completing the program, students join an international alumni network of 3,150+ for career support and community.
I decided to sign up for Le Wagon after spending a little less than 2 years in a chemical analysis lab. As it turned out, it was not the career path for me, despite devoting 4+ years in the study of life sciences. I needed to do something that ... -
2. Ironhack
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Ironhack offers full-time and part-time courses in 9- or 24-week formats, respectively. Career services include portfolio and resume building, job interview preparation, networking, and hiring fairs. Ironhack has scholarships available for women and military vets who are interested in a tech career.
I was reading about Ironhack here on switchup and reviews were already great. However, from the first day of class, my experience has been even better than expected. The WebDev course is really intense, but you can feel that there has been so ... -
3. App Academy
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App Academy teaches participants everything they need to know about software engineering in just 12 weeks. Their full-time bootcamps have helped over 2,000 graduates find jobs at more than 850 companies. Their deferred tuition plan means participants pay for the program only after they’ve landed their first web development job.
Before this program, I took App Academy's bootcamp prep. I had no previous knowledge of computer science and wanted to learn how to make applications. App Academy for me personally did require almost 100 hours each week. I would not recommend to ... -
4. General Assembly
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General Assembly offers a range of full-time, part-time, and self-paced courses. They have a number of financial assistance options available including loans and scholarships. For many of the programs, students are given a career coach and the opportunity to attend various networking events.
General Assembly does a fantastic job packaging all the information out there into a well thought out course-flow and career workshops. That being said, you will really only get out of General Assembly what you put into it. While it's possible to ... -
5. Bloc
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Bloc was the first tech school to offer self-paced online bootcamps in web development and design. Students stay accountable through one-to-one mentorship as they work full- or part-time, finishing the course in an average of 4–8 months. Land a job within six months or get your money back.
I am at 50 % of the curriculum right now and I fully recommend this program! There is an immense amount of technical support for almost 16 hours a day on slack, through your mentor and the grading team. The curriculum is mostly project based, ... -
6. Thinkful
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Thinkful offers flexible online coding bootcamps with one-to-one-mentorship. Graduate in 5-6 months from their full-time engineering immersion bootcamp or their part-time full stack and data science programs. Whether you pay up front or choose deferred tuition, Thinkful offers a job guarantee.
What initially drew to me to Thinkful was the various concentrations I could choose from in the Data Science course. Compared to other programs I looked at, they had the most variety. For reference my interest is in Biological Physics and they ... -
7. Flatiron School
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Flatiron School’s immersive, full-time bootcamps in software engineering and data science are designed for individuals looking to change careers. Their 15-week program includes comprehensive career services and a money-back guarantee if graduates don’t receive a job offer within six months.
I had an amazing time at Flatiron. If you are new to programming I would highly recommend this program for how conducive it is to learning. The environment on campus in NYC was amazing. Everybody is incredibly welcoming and for such an intense ... -
8. HackerYou
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HackerYou offers a full-time, 9-week bootcamp in web development as well as many part-time programs. Get immersed in the fun, collaborative learning environment, enjoying a 10:1 student-instructor ratio and 24/7 access to their 12,000 square foot space in downtown Toronto.
The curriculum of Web Development Fundamentals and Advanced Web Development was set to teach the right materials at the right time. First, I learned and mastered the basic skills of HTML and CSS. Then I learned more advanced skills of HTML and ... -
9. The Tech Academy
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The Tech Academy’s Software Developer bootcamp prepares students to become junior developers and assists with job-seeking. Participants can study entirely online, attend classes in person, or do a mix of both. The program is self-paced and offers open-enrollment, so students can start whenever and work full- or part-time.
Pros: Self paced Relevant courses Great Staff Affordable Job Placement help Online Option Cons: Nothing comes to mind right away -
10. Coding Dojo
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Coding Dojo has multiple in-person campuses located across the continental United States, as well as an online program that offers real-time instructor support. The full, 3-stack curriculum requires 14 weeks of on-site instruction, while the part-time, online program teaches students 2 stacks in a flexible, 20-week bootcamp.
Before Coding Dojo, I was attended a public college to learn coding. In addition, I was trying to learn myself and was assisting a friend of mine who is a freelance developer in simple tasks. I knew about Coding Dojo, but I always thought the ... -
11. Hack Reactor
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Hack Reactor teaches budding software engineers the computer science, app development and engineering skills they will need in its part- and full-time immersive programs. It also offers a live, online remote bootcamp for remote students around the world.
I moved to Austin just to attend Hack Reactor (HR) and it was one of the best decisions I ever made. Before HR I had few job prospects, little money, and no college degree; now I'm doing work that a truly enjoy, making much more money than I ... -
12. Tech Talent South
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Tech Talent South hosts regional part-time and full-time immersion programs. In addition to the curriculum, guest speakers, company tours, and networking events help students get to know the local professional tech scene. TTS offers several payment options, including a 10% upfront payment discount, and two installment plans.
It took a lot of contemplation before I decided to attend any bootcamp. I chose TTS because of the reviews, and the personal stories that I had heard from people in my network. If you're on the fence, do it. It's worth it. They will put you in ... -
13. Epicodus
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Epicodus is a full-time, in-person coding bootcamp that provides job search assistance and includes an internship with a tech company. Students enroll for free for the first five weeks and are invited to finish the program if they have sufficient grades and comply with all the guidelines.
I looked for programming courses and researched few bootcamp schools before I came to Epicodus. The price is more than reasonable for what 27-week program gives you. I almost didn’t have any previous experience except free online course for HTML ... -
14. Actualize
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Actualize’s part-time, 12-week coding bootcamp takes a pedagogical approach, meaning their instructors are both expert educators and developers. Choose between daytime or evening classes in Chicago or via live video. Actualize’s “Job Hacking” curriculum is woven into the bootcamp to help graduates find a job after they finish.
I will start by saying Actualize is not for everyone; as with most coding bootcamps, you will need quite a bit of resolve and patience to complete the program. Actualize does a great job at a lot of things but making you work-ready is a long ... -
15. Startup Institute
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Startup Institute offers a 12-week, immersive program for coding students. Two months of dedicated career support are included, and students are also connected to a comprehensive network of startups and tech companies who hire recent graduates.
Startup Institute was recommended to me by one of my mentors. I had recently relocated to the Boston area after graduating college and knew that I wanted to join the local startup ecosystem, but had no idea how to go about it. What was certain is ... -
16. Makers Academy
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Makers Academy launches coding careers in 12 short weeks via its immersive software developer programs. It utilizes a holistic approach to teaching that includes community, health, and self-direction. Each student is guaranteed a job offer upon graduation. Makers Academy also offers paid, year-long apprenticeships.
A brilliant experience. I would recommend this course to anyone and everyone (unless you're someone who needs a lot of structure and don't do well with self-learning) PROS: - Course was free (fellowship programme) - Job guarantee (with above ... -
17. Lambda School
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Learn coding from a Silicon Valley tech academy through remote classes from the Lambda School. Choose between a 30-week full-time bootcamp or a 12-month part-time course. The school’s deferred tuition model allows students to attend for free, paying nothing back until they’re making at least $50,000 a year.
Like most people that end up at Lambda, I stumbled on to coding and found myself really liking it. So I learned as much as I could using free tools before I decided to find a structured program. I know for a lot of programs the financial ... -
18. BrainStation
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Brainstation offers a range of full-time and flexible courses. Established in 2012, BrainStation has worked with over 250 instructors from innovative companies, developing cutting-edge, real-world digital education that has empowered more than 50,000 professionals. They have partnered with popular brands like Google, Amazon,... Read More
I took Brainstation’s part-time Web Dev course. For me BrainStation's Intro to Web Dev course seemed like a great option to dip my toes into the world of HTML and CSS. Taking a full-fledged coding bootcamp felt way to risky, given the fact that I ... -
19. Codesmith
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Codesmith prepares students, also known as residents, for positions as mid to senior-level engineers. During their full-time, 12-week residency, students build projects, participate in monthly meetups and receive one-on-one resume guidance. Once accepted into the program, residents may qualify for scholarships to fund their tuition.
Codesmith is an amazing program that can push you as far as you're willing to go. This isn't a beginner "learn how to code shop". This is a full-stack, immersive engineering program that will more than prepare you for a career as a software ... -
20. DigitalCrafts
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DigitalCrafts is the top coding bootcamp in Georgia and Texas. Learn full stack JavaScript and Python development from their faculty of seasoned engineers, and build web applications using current technologies and best practices. Students benefit from career guidance and access to their growing network of hiring partners.
I am a former teacher and was looking to attend a coding bootcamp. I did some research of the available classes in Houston and found that DigitalCrafts had high ratings and success stories. I now know why they have such high ratings! I had ... -
21. Tech Elevator
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Tech Elevator’s full-time immersive bootcamp teaches computer programming and web application security in just 14 weeks. Their intensive career prep includes one-on-one career coaching, networking events, and “matchmaking” with potential employers through their network of 150+ hiring partners.
A decision as momentous as dropping your life for a few months and starting over is not one anyone should take lightly. With that being said, there is no place other than Tech Elevator that I would have ever even considered doing this. I write ... -
22. The Software Guild
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The Software Guild offers a four to six-week introductory course in web development that provides students with the foundations they need to enroll in full-time apprentice bootcamps. After completing the foundational course, students can enroll in the Guild's 12-week Java or .NET/C# tracks.
This program won’t teach you everything there is (that’s impossible in 3 months) but gives you a solid foundation that employers find valueable. Instructors were knowledgeable in their field and always helpful. Employer Network Manager was very ... -
23. Code Fellows
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Code Fellows offers beginner, intermediate and advanced courses in software development, and students can enroll in daytime or evening classes. The school helps students to secure several types of financial assistance, and matches graduating student with positions at leading tech companies and startups.
Attended Code Fellows starting from their 201 class, all the way up to 401. I came into the courses with little to no prior experience to coding. However, I didn't find that many difficulties completing through the curriculum, mainly thanks to ... -
24. Fullstack Academy
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Fullstack Academy is a comprehensive coding bootcamp that helps students become star developers. Courses cover everything from JavaScript basics and building SQL database engines to mobile app development. Their training program helps students get hired by top firms including Amazon, Facebook, and Google.
Attending FullStack Academy(Grace Hopper Program) was an extremely positive experience in my life. The Immersive Program has a good quality, is fast and effective, super challenging especially the first month, but the good thing is that you will ... -
25. Skylab Coders Academy
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Skylab Coders offers an 11-week programmer course in web and mobile app development. The course includes instruction in Github, HTML, and CSS as well as JavaScript, TDD, and NodeJS.
Yo venía de trabajar en un sector totalmente diferente y mi sueño era cambiarlo. Hice el grado de DAW de manera online para empezar a meterme en este mundo. Aprendí cosas o eso es lo que yo me pensaba... Pero todo cambió al conocer Skylab Coders ... -
26. Wyncode
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No prior programming experience is necessary for students training at Wyncode. Its 10-week, on-site immersive programs teach budding coders key industry skills. Wyncode helps graduates maneuver through today's job market and works with a comprehensive hiring network to connect them with jobs.
I really enjoyed my Wyncode experience. The teacher is very knowledgeable, approachable and patient. You really get what you put into it like most education programs. I immersed myself in the program and dedicated my life to the bootcamp for ... -
27. Lighthouse Labs
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Lighthouse Labs offers full and part-time courses for aspiring software developers at campuses across Canada. Full-time students can choose between bootcamps on web or iOS development. Students can also take intro courses in web development, iOS development and front-end development on a part-time basis.
General Experience: Coming into bootcamp, I was 100% ready to work hard. There has not been a single day where I have been bored, everyday we learned something new and we put it into practice. By week 3 I felt confident that I could easily build ... -
28. Galvanize
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Start your career in web development or data science with the help of a full-time immersive bootcamp at one of Galvanize’s eight U.S. campuses. Graduates join an alumni network of 2000+ that have gone on to work at 1000+ companies. Galvanize also offers select part-time and online courses.
Intro I used to work as a principal software engineer at a big software company for many years doing full stack Java web development. I wanted a new job but everything in web development has changed from Java/php/Ruby to JavaScript frameworks. I ... -
29. Skillcrush
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Skillcrush offers 3-month, online master classes known as "blueprints" that prepare students for a variety of roles in the tech industry. Students can take classes individually or choose one of the Skillcrush training packages. The "all-inclusive" package allows access to all the blueprints for nine months.
This is one of the most enlightening experiences that I've had in quite a while. I never dreamed that I would be learning a new skill at this stage of my life path and was initially skeptical about trying the program. Within the first 30 days I ... -
30. LearningFuze
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LearningFuze is the top web development boot camp in Southern California, offering a 12-week full-immersion program on front-end and back-end subjects: JavaScript, PHP, MySQL, HTML, CSS, Git/GitHub and more. A part-time program is also available, along with job-placement support at no additional cost.
LearningFuze was a good investment for my future career. I went to LearningFuze having little knowledge about web development and coming out with the ability to buil apps and learn and adapt to other programming languages quickly. I also get to ... -
31. Dev Mountain
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Dev Mountain students specialize in web development, UX design, salesforce development, or software QA. The program offers full-time immersive courses during the day, and a part-time night program. Located in Salt Lake City, Provo, Phoenix and Dallas, Dev Mountain offers housing to full-time students at each location.
The fast pace may be daunting for some. That is understandable. The good news is if you fall behind, there are options for you. Never have I been involved with an organization where the teachers and staff are more invested - truly - in their ... -
32. Ubiqum Code Academy
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Ubiqum Code Academy offers 5-month, full-time bootcamps, and one part-time data analyst course. Payment plans include 10% off if tuition is paid upfront, monthly installments, and a plan that allows you to pay half of the tuition up front and the other half once you’ve been hired.
I took a lot of time revising the coding bootcamp market and in the I went with Ubiqum for the Data Analytics course, which turned out to be a great decision. I believe, if you have no prior coding experience, you cannot learn one or more new ... -
33. CareerFoundry
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CareerFoundry's courses in design and web development are 100% online and self-paced. They are six to ten months in length. Each student receives tutoring from a dedicated mentor, and students are guaranteed job placement within 6 months of graduating, or they will have their tuition refunded.
I am very happy to have taken this step to become a Certified UX Designer. I thoroughly enjoyed the learning experience with Careerfoundry.The step by step approach to the material really helped me to stay on track, together with my very helpful ... -
34. RED Academy
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RED Academy has full-time courses in 12- or 24-week formats and part-time courses that can be taken in 5- or 10-week formats. They also offer work-study courses in 48- and 96-week timeframes. These unique courses allow students to gain hands-on experience with successful companies while working on their studies.
I made the IT switch after a long career in Engineering by trying out Web Development then UX. I was initially skeptical about the UX program, not just the program at RED but at the whole concept of designing for Users. But after working on a ... -
35. Founders and Coders
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Founders and Coders offers a 16-week immersive, full-time coding bootcamp. The program is task-based and peer-led, enabling students to take turns delivering workshops, running code reviews and managing projects centered on JavaScript stack (JavaScript and Node.js) with relational databases, as well as UX design.
An amazing experience, I couldn’t recommend it enough. Firstly for the sense of community whilst learning. Students are expected to support fellow students during the course, and you also contribute through hosting meetups for new coders and ... -
36. Code Institute
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Students enrolled in Code Institute's full stack development bootcamps can take their coursework online or attend the classroom version in Dublin, Ireland. They also offer an online Diploma in Tech Fundamentals, which is designed for individuals interested in software engineering careers or positions as tech project managers.
I originally studied physics in University then dropped out, but ended up completing a degree in product design so I had touched (and I mean literally touched) coding in the past. I was aware of what it was used to do, have some friends in it but ... -
37. devCodeCamp
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devCodeCamp's immersive programs are designed to take software engineers from beginner to full stack developers in 12 weeks. Students learn full stack development using the C# language. The school offers resume development advice, and helps students prepare for technical interviews.
devCodeCamp was the best decision to better myself in a development career path. Started in college, but didn't think I was getting enough information. I took a chance with dCC and ended up beating out 3 college developers for a position at MSI ... -
38. Sabio
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Sabio offers 12-week programs that prepare students for careers as full-stack developers. The school also offers a part-time,10-week training program in digital content production. Students can finance their tuition with loans, veteran benefits, or scholarships.
If you're on the fence about attending a bootcamp, just hop over. I did and it's one of the best decisions I've made. If you jumped the fence already and don't now which bootcamp to attend, goto Sabio. The instruction and support is top notch. ... -
39. Coding Temple
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Coding Temple specializes in .NET/C# and Python — two of the most sought-after bootcamp programs available. They offer a low student-to-teacher ratio, ensuring that you get valuable individualized attention. Students can get hired by top companies worldwide within 90 days of graduation.
My experience at Coding Temple was sublime. The quality, dedication, and commitment to student success that is central to the culture at Coding Temple is pervasive throughout every individual associated with the organization. It is immediately ... -
40. Horizons School of Technology
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Horizons School of Technology offers a three-month engineering boot camp for college students and graduates. Learn to code web and mobile software – and eventually land a top internship or full-time job. Also enjoy exclusive access to their network of mentors from top tech firms worldwide.
I did Horizons two summers ago after my Freshman year. I really had no idea what to expect when I started the program but I knew that I was considering computer science as a major and I wanted to solidify that decision before I realized I had ... -
41. Launch Academy
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Launch Academy's three-month, full-stack developer program begins with pre-work and concludes with a career networking day which allows students to display completed projects to potential employers. Launch Academy also offers scholarship assistance for underrepresented students attending its Boston campus.
To anyone considering coding bootcamps, I highly recommend Launch Academy! My decision to sign up for the course was one that I will always deeply value! The staff at Launch is nothing short of remarkable. The founders, instructors, and the ... -
42. Dev League
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Dev League is the leading accelerated learning bootcamp for programming and cyber security in Hawaii. They offer JavaScript Prep - a four-week intensive course on coding and front-end web development, as well as a Cyber Prep course which prepares students for their full-time Cyber Security course.
I recently completed DevLeague's full-time "JavaScript Web Engineer" track, and I highly recommend the program to anyone who is considering entering the world of web/software development without a CS background. The course offers broad and deep ... -
43. Claim Academy
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Claim Academy prepares students for careers in full-stack development through bootcamps based on Java or .NET programming languages. Students can enroll in the 12-week program or the 9-week accelerated program. The Academy offers tuition assistance, scholarships, and job placement assistance through its employer network.
I am a student who just graduated from Claim Academy. I must say that it is 100% worth your time if you are serious about becoming a software developer. I gained a Bachelor's degree in Computer Information Systems a couple years ago. When ... -
44. Turing School of Software and Design
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Turing students choose specializations in front or backend engineering, and then complete either program full-time over seven months. Turing offers scholarships and an in-house payment plan, and recruiters work to match graduates with employers.
I get that this is a big decision. I had to decide if I was going to cash out my 401k on top of borrowing a big chunk of money to do this. Luckily, it was the right decision. After going through the Turing School of Software & Design's Front End ... -
45. Codeworks
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The goal at Codeworks is simple: Help you become a great software engineer who builds complex apps with an advanced understanding of JavaScript. Their 12-week coding bootcamp is intensive, outcome-oriented and designed to give you the right tools to succeed — from theory to building actual applications.
I started the Codeworks bootcamp in April 2018 and graduated in August 2018, here’s my background, bootcamp experience, and outcome: BACKGROUND - 34 years old. - Bachelor’s degree in journalism. - Got into coding over two years ago. - Wanted to ... -
46. Coder Foundry
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Coder Foundry offers 12-week immersion courses in full-stack development. During the bootcamp, students build 3 or 4 projects for their portfolios. Coder Foundry also offers job placement assistance to help graduating students find their first developer jobs.
Coder Foundry is an excellent place to learn a new career in programming. Before enrolling in to Coder Foundry, I was working two jobs and was still struggling to make a decent living of just paying the bills. I knew I needed a change and ... -
47. V School
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V School offers online and in-person 12-week programs. In-person students receive free housing and discounted public transit. V School reports a 100% job fulfillment rate, and all job-seeking students have found employment within 30 days of graduating.
It’s the curriculum and the community that shine at V School. While no 12-week course is a substitute for 1-2 years of experience, this curriculum provides a solid, professional-grade foundation for those seeking to make a career change. The ... -
48. Neoland
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Neoland offers full- and part-time courses in UI/UX design, full-stack, data design, and user experience design. Their employment exchange program brings in managers from important companies to hire from their new graduates. Also, there are a number of scholarships available for qualified students.
Acabo de finalizar el curso de UX en Neoland. He de decir que la elección fue complicada entre otras escuelas que impartían el mismo curso con un contenido similar. Pero hoy he de decir que ha sido un acierto 100%. Los profesionales que lo ... -
49. Bitmaker General Assembly
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Bitmaker Labs offers full and part-time courses that train individuals to launch careers in the tech industry. Students can choose between full- and part-time courses. All courses take place on Bitmaker's Toronto campus. Bitmaker Labs also helps to connect students with companies looking for trained tech professionals.
Good Kickstart into UX Joey Hua Toronto • July 18, 2018 GRADUATED FROM UX & PRODUCT DESIGN Overall: 5 out of 5 Instructors: 4 stars Curriculum: 5 stars Job Assistance: 4 stars So if you're here, I'm guessing you're thinking about a career in UX ... -
50. SE Factory
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SE Factory is Lebanon’s leading non-profit coding bootcamp, teaching young computer science graduates the skills they need to become highly employable professional software engineers. SE Factory's registration fee is subsidized, making it accessible for students from various socioeconomic backgrounds.
Getting familiar with latest technologies, assignments and projects dead lines, code review after each assignment, public speaking sessions, working with colleagues... It really helped me get my first step into the industry
